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ornamentalFamily: IridaceaeGenus: Iris
Cultivar
Ann Chowning Louisiana Iris
Iris 'Ann Chowning'
Cultivar: Ann Chowning
This Louisiana iris produces large, velvety deep red flowers that stand out in the landscape. Its upright, sword-like foliage provides a strong architectural presence even when the plant is not in bloom. It is perfectly adapted to boggy conditions and performs best in consistent moisture, making it a reliable performer in garden ponds or rain gardens.
Iris 'Ann Chowning' is a striking Louisiana iris known for its rich, deep red blossoms and gold-flecked signals. It thrives in moisture-retentive soils and is an excellent choice for water gardens or wet border areas.
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Plant Profile
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Sun
Full sun to partial shade
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Water
Prefers consistently moist to wet soil; ideal for shallow water, pond margins, or damp garden beds.
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Mature size
24 to 36 inches tall and 18 to 24 inches wide
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Hardiness
6-10
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Growth habit
clumping perennial
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Plant type
perennial
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Growing note
Needs consistent moisture to thrive; avoid letting the soil dry out completely. Best performance in full sun to partial shade.
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Climate note
Generally cold-hardy; prefers protection from extreme heat in its southern range.
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Flower / fruit
Produces large, deep red blooms with bright yellow signals in late spring to early summer.
Growing & Care
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Full sun to partial shade
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Growth rate
moderate
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Fertilizer
Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges.
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Pruning
Trim back foliage to a few inches above the soil line in late autumn after the first frost.
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Care notes
Needs consistent moisture to thrive; avoid letting the soil dry out completely. Best performance in full sun to partial shade.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
24 to 36 inches tall and 18 to 24 inches wide
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Growth habit
clumping perennial
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Spacing
18 to 24 inches apart
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Produces large, deep red blooms with bright yellow signals in late spring to early summer.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
6-10
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Temperature
Generally cold-hardy; prefers protection from extreme heat in its southern range.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Prefers consistently moist to wet soil; ideal for shallow water, pond margins, or damp garden beds.
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Soil
Rich, acidic, organic-heavy soil; tolerates heavy clay if it remains moist.
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Soil pH
5.5-6.5
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Container Growing
Suitable for container water gardens; keep the pot submerged in a few inches of water or on a damp tray.
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Family
Iridaceae
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Foliage Look
Upright, sword-shaped, medium green, smooth texture.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are strictly linear, sword-like, and smooth-edged.
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Fruit Flower Look
Large, six-petaled, velvety dark red flowers with golden yellow center signals.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers should only appear on mature plants on distinct, sturdy stems rising above the foliage.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain the clumping, fan-based growth pattern; avoid sprawling or trailing visuals.
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Mature Plant Look
Clumping iris with tall stalks and prominent, deep red flowers.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Tall, upright, clumping habit with distinct fan-shaped leaf arrangements and long, stout flower stalks.
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Morphology Rules
Ensures the iris form remains upright and clumped, emphasizing the classic iris floral structure.
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Plant Faqs
How much water does this iris need? It requires consistently moist soil and can thrive in shallow standing water or boggy conditions. When does it bloom? It typically blooms in late spring to early summer. Can it grow in containers? Yes, it is an excellent plant for container water gardens when kept consistently wet.
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Root Look
Healthy fibrous roots within a nursery plug.
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Soil Look
Dark, damp, organic-rich soil; can be shown in saturated pond media.
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Starter Stage
Small green, sword-like foliage emerging from a rooted plug.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Narrow, linear, fan-shaped green leaves; rooted in a tray-grown cell.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Ann Chowning Louisiana Iris. This is Ann Chowning Louisiana Iris, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Ann Chowning Louisiana Iris become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future water garden or pond-side landscape you want to create. This variety is loved for its bold, deep red blooms that showcase a bright golden signal, providing a vibrant focal point in early summer. Establish your starter plug in a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining soil, then move it to its final container or permanent wet garden location once established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Iris Ann Chowning Louisiana Iris Perennial Water Garden Bog Plants Red Flowers Agardeni Starter Plants Garden Inspiration
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Youtube Video Summary
The Iris 'Ann Chowning' is a stunning Louisiana iris prized for its rich, deep red color and adaptability to wet garden sites. Learn how to grow this hardy perennial in your own pond-side or water-tolerant landscape.
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Youtube Video Title
Ann Chowning Louisiana Iris: A Deep Red Beauty for Wet Gardens
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